Barbara McLaughlin
South Easton,MA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Morton Hospital, skilled in medication administration and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through holistic care and strong clinical judgment. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop effective care strategies, ensuring safety and compliance in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Morton Hospital
Taunton, Massachusetts
04.2005 - Current
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Assist support patients going through medical detox.
Home Care Nurse
Partners HealthCare
Rockland Massachusetts
06.1993 - 03.2005
- Administered medications and treatments per physician's orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient condition to inform care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management techniques and resources.
- Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting care plans as necessary to meet evolving needs.
- Maintained timely documentation of patient progress, facilitating effective communication among the care team members.
- Enhanced the quality of life for elderly patients through personalized care plans.
- Managed complex medical equipment such as ventilators or feeding tubes as needed for specialized patient populations.
- Coordinated services with other healthcare professionals such as physical therapists and social workers, optimizing patient outcomes.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques, promoting a safe and supportive home environment for patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times, fostering trust and open communication.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring vital signs, medication adherence, and overall
- Coordinated and collaborated with various multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and promote patient safety and health.
Registered Nurse
Brockton Hospital
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Brockton Hospital School of Nursing
Brockton, MASkills
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Physical assessment
- Team coordination
- EMR / EHR
- Chronic disease management
- Acute care expertise
- Hospice and palliative care
- Case management
- Mental health nursing
- Acute medication assisted detox
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Morton Hospital
04.2005 - Current
Home Care Nurse
Partners HealthCare
06.1993 - 03.2005
Registered Nurse
Brockton Hospital
Diploma - Nursing
Brockton Hospital School of Nursing